Longevity by Picking up Attributes in the Battlefield Chapter 896 Chapter 365: Kingdom of Aolai, Annexed! Renamed as Wu Country!_2

"Proceed."

Zhao Feng gave a slight nod.

With a mere thought, he recalled fifty thousand troops from within the Minor World back into the city.

Within the Minor World itself.

Apart from the hundred thousand Mystic Armor Army.

The remaining encampments of the Qin Dynasty had one hundred thousand Elite Soldiers each. One group was dedicated to cultivation within the Minor World, while the other was under Zhao Feng's direct command.

The subjugation of a single Ao Lai Kingdom was an effortless task.

"Our initial objective is to annex the Ao Lai Kingdom, then we shall gradually absorb the surrounding mortal nations to solidify our position,"

Zhao Feng had already meticulously planned the conquest.

The strategy was to first dismantle the Ao Lai Kingdom, secure a strong foothold, and subsequently launch a full-scale invasion to incorporate the adjacent territories.

"Your Highness."

"This is the garrison commander of this city, his name is Li Tao."

Zhang Ming, accompanied by several trusted aides, presented the commander of this Coastal City.

"L... Lord, this humble one greets you."

The man immediately dropped to his knees before Zhao Feng.

"You will answer my questions."

"Failure to do so will result in your death."

Zhao Feng fixed his gaze upon Li Tao and declared.

"I shall answer every question with utmost honesty," Li Tao agreed, nodding repeatedly.

"Why does the Ao Lai Kingdom have no immortals?" Zhao Feng inquired directly.

Zhao Feng was far from concerned about the Ao Lai Kingdom's military strength.

As for mortal armies.

A simple deployment of a thousand Elite Soldiers would be sufficient to quell them.

Their power was simply incomparable.

"Reporting to my Lord."

"Indeed, our Ao Lai Kingdom does not host any immortals. The residences of immortal sects are situated in other capitals. Our Ao Lai Kingdom is a small and weak territory, its natural spiritual energy is depleted, and thus it does not attract the presence of true immortal sects."

"However, each year, immortals do visit to recruit disciples. Annually, thousands of individuals from the Ao Lai Kingdom achieve immortal fate, gain entry into an immortal sect, and become immortals," Li Tao explained promptly.

"Do they arrive every year?"

"Have they arrived this year?" Zhao Feng pressed.

"There are three months remaining until this year's Immortal Ascension Ceremony," Li Tao responded swiftly.

"Where will this ceremony be held?" Zhao Feng inquired.

"It will be held in the capital."

"At that time, all individuals under the age of fifteen from all regions of the Ao Lai Kingdom will have the opportunity to test their Spirit Root," Li Tao revealed everything, genuinely trembling with fear.

"You have performed admirably."

Zhao Feng expressed his satisfaction with a nod.

"Thank you for your praise, my Lord."

Li Tao replied, feeling a sense of relief.

"Your Highness."

"At our current pace, we can subjugate the Ao Lai Kingdom within half a month."

"Following that."

"We can observe the unfolding of this Immortal Ascension Ceremony."

"And then, we shall slaughter that so-called immortal," Zhang Ming scoffed.

Upon hearing this.

Li Tao shuddered with dread, gazing in utter disbelief.

Clearly.

For individuals like him, or any mortal residing on the Eastern Continent, the notion of slaying an immortal was an unspeakable taboo.

The chasm separating immortals and mortals was akin to an unbridgeable abyss.

Mortals could only offer reverence to immortals.

Yet, this army harbored intentions of slaying an immortal.

What a blasphemous undertaking!

In the presence of immortals, the kings of the mortal realm were nothing more than insignificant ants.

To slay an immortal!

If such news were to spread, the entire lineage would face utter ruin.

Immortals were not to be insulted.

"Let us first bring an end to this kingdom," Zhao Feng stated calmly.

"How should we designate the name of this kingdom?" Zhang Ming respectfully inquired.

"Have you not perceived that the populace of this kingdom shares no difference with our Huaxia Ethnicity?" Zhao Feng inquired with a faint smile.

"Your Highness."

"Could it be that the entire human race within the Immortal Realm originates from the same ancestral roots as our Huaxia?" Zhang Ming asked, a hint of surprise in his tone.

"It is highly probable."

"However, the human race of this particular realm should also possess various offshoots."

"In essence, we shall regard the human race on this Eastern Continent as our kin," Zhao Feng declared decisively.

"I understand." Zhang Ming nodded in agreement.

Regaining his composure.

Zhang Ming cast a sideways glance, preparing to depart with Li Tao. However, upon noticing Li Tao's peculiar expression, he chuckled: "What is it? Why the look of astonishment?"

"Are you frightened?"

"Fear not."

"Since you have surrendered, our soldiers will not bring harm to you; you may now serve the populace peacefully."

Li Tao trembled slightly and responded, "Ge... General, I am aware you intend no harm to me, but... but your words just now were blasphemous towards immortals. Are you... are you not afraid?"

"Blasphemous towards immortals?"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Ming paused for a moment, then burst into hearty laughter: "Immortals are merely cultivators of greater power. How can speaking of them be considered blasphemy?"

"And if they dare to come, the sword in my hand can cut them down." Zhang Ming declared with a cold tone.

"Are you... possibly Immortals?"

"But how could Immortals command an army? And why would they attack my Mortal realm country?" Li Tao questioned, bewildered.

"Because we are not Immortals," Zhang Ming responded with a slight smile, choosing not to elaborate further.

"Let the soldiers hasten their conquest."

"Disperse your forces for the attack."

"Since the mortals of the Immortal Realm are so terrified of Immortals, our army can display some Martial Mystic Powers, and the mortal armies will surely surrender without a fight."

Observing Li Tao's palpable fear of Immortals, Zhao Feng swiftly altered their strategy.

They revered Immortals as divine celestial beings, a deep-seated awe etched into their very beings.

Consequently.

The demonstration of Qin's Martial Mystic Powers, with their immense destructive capabilities akin to Immortals, would provide a potent deterrent.

"Understood, my lord."

Zhang Ming promptly acknowledged the order.

Time passed swiftly!

In mere days.

Without any unexpected resistance.

The location of the Royal Capital of the Aolai Kingdom.

Its city gates stood wide open.

The King of Aolai, accompanied by his civil and military officials, emerged to kneel in humble supplication outside the city.

As Wei Quan proceeded at a measured pace, a look of resignation flickered across his face.

Behind him, too.

Numerous elite soldiers shared a similar sentiment.

Over a span of seven days.

Initially, all the elite soldiers had anticipated a fierce engagement upon entering the Immortal Realm, a clash marked by sharp confrontations.

However, their expectations proved to be an overestimation.

Ever since their Crown Prince issued the command, showcasing a display of Martial Mystic Powers for intimidation.

Everything had shifted.

The moment they approached any territory, the Kingdom of Aolai would directly unbolt its gates in surrender, negating the need for any conflict.

And now.

They had reached the Royal Capital of the Aolai Kingdom.

"Immortals residing above."

"I, Chen Dao, the King of Aolai, along with all my officials, humbly pay our respects to the Immortals."

The King of Aolai, positioned at the forefront, knelt on the ground and spoke with apprehension.

"Surrendering so readily?" Wei Quan inquired with a hint of weariness.

"With the arrival of Immortals, our Kingdom of Aolai willingly submits."

"Having Immortals to govern the Kingdom of Aolai will undoubtedly usher in an era of greater prosperity," the King of Aolai stated deferentially.

Witnessing this scene.

Wei Quan offered no further words, accepting the situation.

"Enter the city and establish your positions."

Wei Quan gave the immediate command.

"Yes."

The elite soldiers responded in unison.

In an orderly fashion, they marched into the city.

Along the thoroughfares, the soldiers and populace of the Aolai Kingdom prostrated themselves on the ground, exhibiting utmost humility.

They regarded the Daqin Elite Soldiers as if they were celestial warriors and generals, their gazes filled with profound reverence.

"Leave a contingent of one thousand soldiers to secure this capital."

"The remaining soldiers are to continue their advance and subjugate the surrounding states of the Aolai Kingdom."

"Conquer as much territory as possible before the Immortal Ascension Ceremony concludes."

As the words concluded.

Zhao Feng's form materialized beside Wei Quan without warning.

"Truly an Immortal has descended."

"This humble one offers respects to the Immortal."

Upon witnessing Zhao Feng's sudden appearance, the King of Aolai and the nearby Aolai officials bowed deeply in reverence.

Observing this.

Zhao Feng inclined his head with a sigh.

In times past.

The Human Race once stood self-reliant.

During antiquity, they thrived by eschewing reverence for Immortals and deities, forging their own paths independent of divine dictates.

But now.

Across the Eastern Continent, and indeed throughout the entire Earth Immortal Realm, humanity found itself under the dominion of Immortals and gods, their ingrained fear of these beings paralyzing their spirit.

The notion of self-reliance seemed to have vanished.

"With humanity in such a state, it is no wonder their Qi Fortune has been plundered by the Immortal Sect, their lives dictated by Immortals and gods."

"Countless years of subjugation and servitude have eroded their will to fight, leaving them trembling before Immortals and deities, devoid of any resolve."

"To enact change, we must propagate the martial path, and demonstrate the slaying of Immortals and gods before their very eyes."

"Only when they witness the Immortals they so venerate fall before them will they grasp the inherent resilience of our Human Race."

Gazing upon these subservient individuals, Zhao Feng nurtured a flicker of hope within his heart.

All of this, could indeed be transformed!

"Everyone, please rise."

Zhao Feng commanded with a resonant voice.

"Yes."

The King of Aolai immediately complied, rising to his feet while maintaining a posture of profound deference.

"Effective immediately, the Kingdom of Aolai shall cease to exist, its territory henceforth to be known as Wu Country," Zhao Feng declared with solemnity.

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